Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mercerville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Mercerville Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mercerville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercerville Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1068 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
42%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercerville Elementary School's ranking?
Mercerville Elementary School is ranked #1068 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mercerville Elementary School?
350 students attend Mercerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mercerville Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercerville Elementary School?
Mercerville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mercerville Elementary School offer ?
Mercerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercerville Elementary School part of?
Mercerville Elementary School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mercerville Elementary School located?
Mercerville Elementary School is located in the Mercerville Hamilton Square neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 9 other public schools located in Mercerville Hamilton Square.
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